Multiquip MVC90L - Manual (Page 13)

MVC-90L PLATE COMPACTOR — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (11/01/05) — PAGE 13
MVC-90L PLATE COMPACTOR — COMPONENTS (PLATE COMPACTOR)
Figure 3. MVC-90L Plate Compactor Components
Figure 3 shows the location of the components and general
maintenance parts. The function of each component is described
below:
6. Vibrating Plate – A flat, open plate made of durable cast
iron construction used in the compacting of soil.
7. Vibration Case – Encloses the eccentric, gears and
counter weights.
8. Water Tube (Sprinkler) – Supplies water to the soil via a
splash plate.
9. Water Shut-Off Valve – Turn this valve downward to let
water flow from the water tank to the water tube.
10. Water Tank – Holds 5.6 quarts of water, built-in.
11. Water Tank Cap – Remove this cap to add water to the
water tank.
1. Fuel Tank Cap – Remove this cap to add fuel.
2. Lifting Bale – When lifting of the compactor is required
either by forklift, crane etc., tie rope or chain around this
lifting point.
3. Handle Bar – When operating the compactor use this
handle bar to manuever the compactor.
4. Engine – This plate compactor uses a Robin
EH172DYD4230 engine. Refer to the Robin owner's
manual for engine information and related topics.
5. Belt Cover – Remove this cover to gain acess to the V-
belts. NEVER run the compactor without the V-belt cover. If
the V-belt cover is not installed, the possibility exist that
your hand may get caught between the V-belt and clutch,
thus causing serious injury and bodily harm.